If non-solicitor staff, such as trainees, librarians and paralegals etc. need access to the library, you can provide them with a letter on headed paper authorising them to visit on your behalf. A draft authorisation letter is available below.

Visiting the library - non-members

We run a non-member day pass scheme for non-solicitors wishing to use the library's hard copy resources. Due to licensing restrictions only solicitors and QLTS students are allowed to use our Lexis, Westlaw and Justis subscriptions.

Before visiting the library, submit an application form (Word 140kb) so that we can authorise your visit. Once access has been authorised, payment must be made in advance of your visit. We accept credit/debit card or cheque (payable to the Law Society). On the day of your visit please bring photo ID such as a driving licence or passport.

We reserve the right to refuse admission, and we cannot give legal advice.

Charges for non-member day passes:

One day: £20 + £4 VAT = £24

One week*: £50 + £10 VAT = £60

One month**: £100 + £20 VAT = £120

* Five consecutive days that the library is open, eg Thursday to Wednesday inclusive. ** One calendar month, eg 4 March to 3 April.

LPC Students

LPC students can use the library and all its resources; including those on an LPC ‘top-up’ course such as an LLM. You must bring your university or college card, or a letter from your tutor, to prove you are currently enrolled on an LPC or a ‘top-up’ course. No other legal courses qualify for free access.

QLTS Students

Qualified Lawyer Transfer Scheme (QLTS) students do not have automatic free access to the library. However, you may apply for a non-member day pass.

You have special permission to use the Westlaw and LexisLibrary databases within the library once access has been granted. You must provide proof that you are on a QLTS course to be given database access.

Users with disabilities

The library is on the first floor and can be accessed by lift from the Law Society entrance hall. If you have any individual needs, please inform us in advance so that we can make your visit as easy as possible.

We have a range of resources in the library, including a Braille keyboard, ZoomText, JAWS software on the research computers and MagniLink enlarger for printed material.